Portugese Style Shellfish Rice

10oz mixed shellfish -I use tiger prawns and scallops but mussels ,monkfish or other shellfish are all possible.

1 medium onion finely chopped

1 clove garlic finely chopped

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 cup risotto rice

1 tin chopped tomatoes

Same volume of water plus 1 chicken stock cube

pinch dried chilli flakes(optional)

1tbsp chopped fresh coriander

SERVES TWO

Heat olive oil in a shallow non stick pan with a lid and fry onion and garlic until transparentAdd rice and stir until coated with oilAdd chilli flakes and tin tomatoesAdd the stock and bring to a gentle simmerSeason with salt and ground pepper to taste.Cover and simmer for 45 mins stirring occasionally as necessary. We are aimimg for a slightly soupy consistencyWhen rice is tender add the shellfish and coriander adnd return to a simmer for about 5 mins or until cooked.